Spanish Interpreter - Mahaffie Elementary, 8 hours

Olathe Public Schools•Olathe, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The job of International Language Interpreter was established for the purpose of providing communication services to all families that speak any other language but English.

Requirements

Fluency in English/Spanish
Ability to read and write, English/Spanish written translation skills
Listening skills
Oral Communication skills

Responsibilities

Translates any communications to or from the assigned schools such as fliers (e.g. special programs, PTO, Watch D.O.G.S, fundraisers), calendars, newsletters (e.g. school, classroom, special education teachers, counselors), and/or letters (e.g. issued by the school, teachers, or from the parents to any staff member).
Sends interpreter requests to the Language Management Specialist at least 5 days in advance for Spanish needs and 10 days in advance for any other languages.
Helps families with school enrollment, withdrawals, and transfers (e.g. enrollment days, kindergarten transition, and Kamp Kindergarten).
Interprets for a variety of afterschool and evening activities such as Back to School night, Sneak a Peek night, and Open House.
Assists the nurse, attendance and office staff with phone calls.
Interprets for a wide range of meetings (e.g. ELL, IEP, SIT meetings, parent/teacher conferences, Parent Night meetings, Site Council meetings, and special education meetings).
Sends blackboard messages to Spanish speaking families.
Assists with any school based need that our Hispanic families might have utilizing the proper channels: school counselor, social worker, nurse, principal, and/or community resources.
Assists freelance interpreters during parent teacher conferences.
Updates contact information for Spanish speaking families including emergency contact information.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.